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Highest team scores in Champions Trophy history

Highest team scores in Champions Trophy history

50-over format game has now become friendly to 300-run scores, with teams scoring big runs. But, this trend has not been clear still in the event called Champions Trophy.

After the ODI World Cup, the Champions Trophy is the most coveted silverware for every team. The Champions Trophy 2025 is currently scheduled to be held in Pakistan in February and March. With fans closely examining everything from the schedule to historical performances, there is significant interest in past team performances. As the 50-over format increasingly see scores of over 300 runs. Check out which teams have scored the most 300+ runs and their highest scores.

Highest team totals in Champions Trophy history

TeamScoreOpponentYear
New Zealand347/7USA2004
Pakistan338/4Bangladesh2017
India331/7Sri Lanka2013
England323/8South Africa2009
Sri Lanka322/3India2017

New Zealand

Speaking about the Kiwis, they have posted a 300+ score a total of four times. With their highest being 347 against the Associate nation USA in the 2004 Champions Trophy held in England. The Blackcaps have only one ICC event title to their name. As it is the Champions Trophy they won in 2000/01 in Nairobi, Kenya.

Pakistan

In the 2017 Champions Trophy, Pakistan also a possible host for the 2025 Champions Trophy, crossed the 300-run mark twice. Their highest score of 338, which still stings for many Indian fans, was achieved thanks to Fakhar Zaman’s destructive batting. This performance helped Pakistan capture the title by defeating India by 180 runs in the final at The Oval in London.

India

In the 2013 Champions Trophy, India scored 300+ runs four times. With a solid top order and a pinch-hitting middle order, the team will look to capitalize on this strength in the upcoming 2025 tournament. The Men in Blue have the third-highest total to their name: 331/7 in the 2013 tournament.

England

England, who have significantly changed their approach. Since their 2015 World Cup loss, have posted 300+ scores three times in the Champions Trophy. Their highest total of 323 against South Africa in 2009 remains a marquee performance, thanks to a crucial 98 from Eoin Morgan and a solid 82 from Paul Collingwood.

Sri Lanka

  • Last but not least, the dark horses Sri Lanka, who are often considered unpredictable, have a noteworthy record with a total of 300 runs scored three times, including their highest score of 322 runs against India in a group stage match in 2017. They will aim to capitalize on this opportunity, especially as the tournament is set to be held in Asia, a region where they frequently travel and play their cricket.
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